LASD - Malibu/Lost Hills Station, Los Angeles County Sheriff

Robert G. Luna, Sheriff

Advisory: #PalisadesFire Update: 1/20/25 6:43pm

Dear Pepperdine Libboard,

#PalisadesFire Update: 1/20/25 6:43pm

Acreage: 23,713 Containment: 61%

Structures Threatened: 12,280

Structures Destroyed: 6,207

Structures Damaged: 821

Civilian Injuries: 3

Civilian Fatalities: 11

Firefighter Injuries: 1

Situation Summary

A particularly dangerous situation/Red Flag Warning.

AIR QUALITY ADVISORY: Windblown dust and ash advisory in effect 10 AM Monday until 10 PM Tuesday.

Firefighters are making steady progress, and officials are reassessing evacuation orders to ensure safe returns. Crews are working with utility providers to repair infrastructure and address hazards like fallen trees and downed power lines. The public is reminded to stay vigilant on current fire conditions. Please continue to adhere to road closures and evacuation orders or warnings.

Please be advised, the Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) detection team continues its work over the Palisades Fires. This is a reminder that if you fly we cannot! Flying a UAS amidst firefighting efforts is a federal offense punishable by up to 12 month of incarceration and a fine of up to $75,000.

Please be advised: Evacuation Zones have changed as of 12:00PM PST 1.20.25 - Palisades Fire Repopulation

Know your zone: https://protect.genasys.com

For additional info:

Cal-Fire: www.fire.ca.gov/incidents/2025/1/7/palisades-fire

County of Los Angeles: lacounty.gov/emergency

City of Los Angeles: lafd.org/alerts